Listen up: It’s time for…

Name ___________________________LA Class Pd. ________

Persuasive Speech TopicsSPORTS TOPICS

Speeches!!!

My Speech Date = __________

My Speech is # ______

1. Should cage fighting be banned?2. Should hunting (as a sport) be outlawed?3. Should college athletes be paid?4. Should a rookie salary cap be enforced in pro sports?5. Should pros be allowed to draft college athletes before they graduate?6. Why ____________ (athlete) has a positive influence on young adults or sports’ programs.7. Should sports in schools be “pay to play”?

ANIMAL TOPICS8. Should wolves be re-introduced to public lands?9. Should all pets be required to have electronic chips implanted?10. Should wild animals be left in the wild and zoos/seas worlds be closed down?

SCHOOL TOPICS11. Should schools abandon school dress codes?12. Should school prayer be allowed?13. Should iPods/cell phones be allowed in classrooms? 14. Should parents of students who are excessively absent from school be held accountable?15. Should “home schooling” students be required to take all tests that public schools take?16. Should students failing their classes in high school have their driver’s license revoked?17. Should students be required to pass proficiency tests in order to graduate from high school?18. Should homework on weekends be banned?19. Have Harry Potter, Divergent, and Hunger Games changed YA reading for the better?20. Should all schools be required to have sidewalks leading to all nearby neighborhoods?21. Should schools have to make up snow days?22. Should students be allowed to wear their hair in a way that expresses their identity and not have to follow

school regulations?23. Should there be honors science, honors history, honors music, etc… classes offered in middle school?24. Should students be required to take a foreign language in elementary school?25. Should classrooms allow snack time or water during the school day?26. Should high schools require service hours as part of the graduation requirements?27. Should schools go to a four-day school week with longer days Monday-Thursday?28. Should students in middle school be required to have passing grades in all courses to be promoted to the next

grade?29. Should “Tebowing” be allowed in school for the “moment of silence”?30. Should schools continue inclusive classrooms?31. Should school start later in the day (like around 9, 10, or even 11)?32. Does the responsibility log discourage poor behavior in students?33. Should video games be blocked during school hours?34. Should elementary teachers stop teaching cursive writing?35. Should classrooms be “flipped” so that all lecture/instruction is seen through video at home and then students

apply the material and do the “homework” practice in school?36. Are Indiana public school students over tested?37. Should students be able to wear Halloween costumes to school on that holiday?38. Should study halls be required in schools?

HEALTH TOPICS39. Should tobacco products be banned?40. Do family gardens create healthier families?41. Should all people be aware of their BMI?42. Should only healthy food choices be served in schools?43. Should all vending machines with soda and candy be removed from schools and replaced with vending machines

that have healthy choices (like string cheese, yogurt, milk, etc…)?LIFESTYLE/GENERAL TOPICS

44. Should the driving age be raised to 18?45. Should the Internet be censored?

46. Are websites like Facebook or Twitter substituting face-to-face social interaction?47. Should recycling be mandatory?48. Should the logging industry be allowed to harvest public forests?49. Should state lotteries be banned?50. Should research on cloning be discontinued?51. Should music lyrics be censored?52. Should Native Americans be allowed to have gambling casinos on their reservations?53. Do TV shows like Teen Mom and 16 & Pregnant promote or detract their message?54. Should smoking be allowed in restaurants?55. Should people take the time to learn to play Rubik’s Cube?56. Should stores charge a fee for using plastic bags?57. Should stores require shoppers to bring their own bags?58. Are cartoons suitable for all ages (not just little kids)?59. Why ____________ (celebrity) has a positive influence on kids.60. Why learning this craft/skill ____________ is better than watching TV.61. Why ____________ (TV show) should be viewed or cancelled.62. Will libraries become a “thing of the past” in the next few years?63. Why ____________ (one of your 5 senses) is the most important.64. Should neighborhoods be required to have a plan for a trail or activity area?65. Should toys be included in Happy Meals?

GOVERNMENT/LEGAL TOPICS66. Should the US provide foreign aid?67. Should the death penalty be abolished?68. Should assisted suicide be permitted?69. Should dying people be kept on life support?70. Should legal immigration be stopped?71. Should parents of teen vandals be held responsible for their child’s damage?72. Should adopted children be given the choice of contacting their biological parents?73. Should females in the military be excluded from combat and other “hazardous” duties?74. Should people pulled over for DUIs have their license suspended for life?75. Should families of victims be allowed to decide the punishment of those who commit crimes?76. Should mature teens be allowed to see an R-rated movie?77. Should mall security disband groups of 5 or more teens in the mall?78. Should Title IX (regarding discrimination based on gender) continue to be supported?79. Should texting and/or cell phones in cars be illegal?80. Are iReport cell phone videos of accidents a hindrance or a help?81. Should drivers be allowed to wear ear buds while driving?82. Should guns be allowed in homes with children?

MAKE UP YOUR OWN TOPIC! This MUST be approved by Mrs. Widbin!83. ___________________________________________________________________________________

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Choose a Few to think Through:Topic #1 Topic #2

List 3-5 Strongest Arguments in SUPPORT of your position:

1. __________________________________

2. __________________________________

3. __________________________________

4. __________________________________

5. __________________________________

List 3-5 Strongest Arguments in SUPPORT of your position:

6. __________________________________

7. __________________________________

8. __________________________________

9. __________________________________

10. __________________________________

State an OPPOSING opinion:

Some might say….

But…

State an OPPOSING opinion:

Some might say….

But…

WHY should the audience (class) care about this? WHY should the audience (class) care about this?

What would you want this class (your audience) TO DO with the information you present about this topic?

What would you want this class (your audience) TO DO with the information you present about this topic?

Topic #3 Topic #4

List 3-5 Strongest Arguments in SUPPORT of your position:

1. __________________________________

2. __________________________________

3. __________________________________

4. __________________________________

5. __________________________________

List 3-5 Strongest Arguments in SUPPORT of your position:

6. __________________________________

7. __________________________________

8. __________________________________

9. __________________________________

10. __________________________________

State an OPPOSING opinion:

Some might say….

But…

State an OPPOSING opinion:

Some might say….

But…

WHY should the audience (class) care about this? WHY should the audience (class) care about this?

What would you want this class (your audience) TO DO with the information you present about this topic?

What would you want this class (your audience) TO DO with the information you present about this topic?

Topic #5 Topic #6

List 3-5 Strongest Arguments in SUPPORT of your position:

1. __________________________________

2. __________________________________

3. __________________________________

4. __________________________________

5. __________________________________

List 3-5 Strongest Arguments in SUPPORT of your position:

6. __________________________________

7. __________________________________

8. __________________________________

9. __________________________________

10. __________________________________

State an OPPOSING opinion:

Some might say….

But…

State an OPPOSING opinion:

Some might say….

But…

WHY should the audience (class) care about this? WHY should the audience (class) care about this?

What would you want this class (your audience) TO DO with the information you present about this topic?

What would you want this class (your audience) TO DO with the information you present about this topic?

Research CREDIBLE websites

& list them here:

***Don’t forget to update this page EVERYTIME you find new sources with information you’d like to include in your speech!!!***

Topic #1: Topic #6:

Topic #2: Topic #7:

Topic #3: Topic #8:

Topic #4: Topic #9:

Topic #5: Topic #10:

Monroe’s Motivated Sequence Name__________________Attention(grabber—rope in the audience)___________________________________________

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eed (Why should the listener care)__________________________________________

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isualization (What might be if listener takes your side)____________________________

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ction (So…what you want the listener to do)___________________________________

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□ Slogan _______________________________________________________

□ Repetition ______________________________________________________

□ Bandwagon _____________________________________________________

□ Testimonial _____________________________________________________

□ Emotional Appeal ______________________________________________

□ Expert Opinion _________________________________________________

Persuasive Speaking1. Citing Sources

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2. Connecting the Thesis to the Listener

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3. Stating the Thesis

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4. Providing an Explanation

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5. Using a Vivid Image

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6. Stating the Thesis and Previewing the Main Points

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7. Concluding a Speech

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8. Providing a Take-Away

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9. Using Transitions and Signposts

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10. Using Gestures

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11. Using Narrative

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12. Using Visual Support

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13. Engaging the Audience

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14. Establishing Credibility

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Thesis StatementsNow that you know your subject a little better, you can begin to develop your thesis statement. A

thesis statement is the main idea of your paper: one sentence. It is the argument, angle or perspective you will need to support or prove with the facts that you gather in your research. The thesis statement must be included in the introduction to your research paper or project. A thesis informs the readers of the attention of the writer. It is the main discussion topic. It stands out indicating the point, around which the writer builds arguments, presents facts, and tries to prove a point.

“Writing a thesis statement is just like giving someone (your reader) good directions. When someone reads your paper, the directions (the controlling statement or the thesis statement) should be clear and up front. A reader shouldn't have to wander through your writing as you try to piece it together in your mind” (Searle, 2010). A "temporary” or working thesis helps you know what information to look for while doing your research. You can always revise your thesis later.

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Brainstorming a thesis statement (from Jefferson Township’s Research Guidelines, 2006) As you read, look for the following:

Interesting contrasts or comparisons or patterns emerging in the information Is there something about the topic that surprises you? Do you encounter ideas that make you wonder why? Something an expert says makes you respond “No way! That can’t be right!” or “Yes, absolutely. I

agree”

Examples of brainstorming a thesis (from Jefferson Township’s Research Guidelines, 2006) Select a topic: television violence and children Ask an interesting question: What are the effects of television violence on children? Revise the question into a thesis: Violence on television increases aggressive behavior in preschool

children. Remember, this argument is your “preliminary” or “working” thesis. As you read you may discover

evidence that may affect your stance. It is OK to revise your thesis!

Here are some things to keep in mind when writing a thesis statement: (from Searle, 2010) It should use clear, strong language The reader should know what your entire essay will be about by just reading your thesis statement Use specific language--NOT "some people say," "most people think," "experts believe," "usually,"

"sometimes," "at least," and "some of the time" It will never be a question, and it will always be a complete sentence It will mention the problem and your position

What does a thesis do? (from Delagrange, 2003)

For the writer, the working thesis statement: serves as a planning tool. helps the writer determine the paper's focus. becomes a reference point for all topic sentences in support of the argument. anticipates questions about the topic.

For the reader, the thesis statement: serves as a "map" to follow through the paper. keeps the reader focused on the argument engages the reader in the argument. offers enough detail for the reader to grasp the argument.

The following are examples of thesis statements: Alexander Hamilton was a great leader because he assured the financial security of the United States.

George Washington was called the Father of our country because without him, the colonists would have lost.

The Revolution and the new republic would have torn itself apart with political rivalries. Mark Twain's childhood experiences on the Mississippi River inspired him to write Huckleberry Finn. In fighting for the New Deal, Roosevelt showed the same characteristic he showed in fighting his

disability--- determination.

Helpful Tips: Write your thesis statement in an obvious place (on the front cover of the unit packet, at the top of

your brainstorming/planning pages, etc…). This will help you stay focused. Remember that a thesis statement is not an indisputable fact (i.e. the earth is round) or a personal

opinion (i.e. country music is horrible).

Develop your THESIS Statement

Main Point you are going to make: ______________________________________________

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What position do you want your listener to take? ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Step 1: List your 3 strongest arguments that JUSTIFY WHY they should take that position:

A. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

B. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

SOURCES: "Research Guidelines." Jefferson Township Public School. 2006. Web. 8 Mar. 2011.

<http://www.jefftwp.org/highschool/pdf/ResearchGuide.pdf>. Delagrange, Lauren, and Elena C. Alvarado-Peters. "Mini Lesson #29: Thesis Statements." Kent State

University English Department. The Writing Center @ KSU, 9 Apr. 2003. Web. 8 Mar. 2011.

<http://dept.kent.edu/english/WritingCent/thesis.doc>. Searle, Katherine M. "Thesis Statement Mini-Lesson." Davenport Community Schools. JBYoung Intermediate,

2010. Web. 08 Mar. 2011. <http://www.davenportschools.org/young/Thesis%20Statement%20Mini%20Lesson.htm>.

Step 3: Decide how you’d like to organize your arguments in your speech!

Highlight your ORDER choice:Intro WeakestMiddle StrongestConclusionIntro Weakest StrongestMiddleConclusionIntro Middle StrongestWeakestConclusion Intro Middle Weakest StrongestConclusionIntroStrongestWeakestMiddleConclusion

IntroStrongest Middle WeakestConclusion

C. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Step 2: List your arguments in order of STRENGTH:

1. Strongest: ____2. Middle: ____3. Weakest: ____

CHARGED, POWER Words:

CHARGED, POWER Words:

In Support ofAccurateAdvantageAlwaysNeverBestCertainConfidentConvenientDefinitelyEffectivelyEmphasizeExpectInterestingMagnificentMostPopular

ProfitableShouldRecommendSuperbSuperiorTremendousTrulyTrustworthyWorkableWorthwhile

Verbs for Expressing AgreementAcknowledgesAdmiresAgreesCelebrates the fact thatCorroborates

Does not denyEndorsesExtolsPraisesReaffirmsSupportsVerifies

AgainstAggravateAgonyAtrociousConfusingCruelDamagingDisadvantagesDispleasedDreadful

HarmfulHarshHorribleInconsiderateInferiorIrritateOffendOrdealOutrageousnessProvokeRepulsiveSevereShamefulShockingTerribleUnreliableUnstable

Verbs for Making a ClaimArguesAssertsBelievesClaimsEmphasizes

InsistsObservesReminds usReportsSuggests

Verbs for Questioning or DisagreeingComplainsComplicatesContendsContradictsDenysDeplores the tendency toDisavowsQuestionsRefutesRejectsRenounceRepudiate

Verbs for Making Recommendations

AdvocatesCalls forDemandsEncouragesExhortsImploresPleadsRecommendsUrgesWarns

OtherBelittlesDownplaysExaggeratesFlattersHintsMinimizesMocksRidiculesSugarcoats

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Persuasive Speech Graphic Organizer

IntroductionFill in each box with the required information.By completing this organizer, you will have the majority of your speech finished and ready to present.

Hook/Lead-In Statement - Introduction of Topic: The Hook or Lead-in might (1) provide an anecdote or example that helps to illustrate your topic, (2) use an interesting detail, statistic or quote or (3) ask a provocative question. Regardless of your approach, you will need to lead the audience know about the broad subject of your speech.

Your introduction should start on a general level with a hook to draw the audience in and gradually focus in on the specific topic of the speech. In the introduction, the listener should find the main idea of the speech expressed in a thesis statement. Also in the introduction, the reader should be able to tell what specific points supporting the thesis will be discussed and in what order they will be developed.

Three Main Points: The three points of your speech that back up your thesis statement. You should introduce them in your introduction.

Thesis Statement: What you are trying to prove in your speech.

Now to move on to your first point...

First Point Name: The three main points provide evidence from your research and discuss how it supports/proves your thesis. Primary support sentences are general statements which support the topic sentence. The secondary support sentences which support the primary support sentences, provide

First Point: After a transitional phrase, thefirst thing you should give is your point.

specific details, quotes, statistics or real-life examples.

Evidence: Provide several specific details/facts that help prove or support your thesis. Keep in mind the three types of appeals we discussed. Be sure to tell where this information comes from (title/author, name, etc). Consider using quotes as well as specific paraphrasing.

Discussion: How does the evidence support the thesis statement. NOTE: Be sure to discuss each quote you provide in your speech!

Now to move on to your next point...

Second PointSecond Point: After a transitional phrase,the first thing you should give is your point.

The three main points provide evidence from your research and discuss how it supports/proves your thesis. Primary support sentences are general statements which support the topic sentence. The secondary support sentences which support the primary support sentences, provide specific details, quotes, statistics or real-life examples.

Evidence: Provide several specific details/facts that help prove or support your thesis. Keep in mind the three types of appeals we discussed. Be sure to tell where this information comes from (title/author, name, etc). Consider using quotes as well as specific paraphrasing.

Discussion: How does the evidence support the thesis statement. NOTE: Be sure to discuss each quote you provide in your speech!

Now to move on to your next point...

Third PointThird Point: After a transitional phrase, thefirst thing you should give is your point.

The three main points provide evidence from your research and discuss how it supports/proves your thesis. Primary support sentences are general statements which support the topic sentence. The secondary support sentences which support the primary support sentences, provide specific details, quotes, statistics or real-life examples.

Evidence: Provide several specific details/facts that help prove or support your thesis. Keep in mind the three types of appeals we discussed. Be sure to tell where this information comes from (title/author, name, etc). Consider using quotes as well as specific paraphrasing.

Discussion: How does the evidence support the thesis statement. NOTE: Be sure to discuss each quote you provide in your speech!

Now to move on to your conclusion...

ConclusionRestatement of thesis:

The conclusion should include a general summary statement that recaps the thesis, a restatement of the major points of argument and a wrap-up statement. The conclusion could also contain the end of a split anecdote that would finish a possible story begun in the introduction. The wrap-up statement could contain insights of the speaker, encourage the listener to take action, emphasise the importance of one of the points or create a solid sense of finality.

Restatement of main points/arguments: These were presented in the beginning of each point.

Wrap-up/extension: The “So what?” section of your speech - sometimes referred to as the “kicker” statement. You may discuss ideas beyond what has been stated in the speech: draw a further conclusion or give an opinion. However, you should not include new evidence in your conclusion.

Persuasive Speech Evaluation 8.7.13 I can prepare and deliver a persuasive speech that includes these elements: thesis,

supported arguments, meaningful examples, and maintenance of a reasonable tone of voice.

Name______________________Date__________Period_____Topic_____________________

TOPICInformation is paraphrased (in student’s own words) ...1….2….3….4….5

and there is a “grabber”.

Ideas are fully developed (enough detail is given). ...1….2….3….4….5Transitions are not obvious and speech does not sound like a list.

Persuasive techniques are used. (Obvious emotional ...1….2….3….4….5Statements are used). Speech has a clincher.

ORGANIZATION – IDEAS ARE PRESENTED LOGICALLYIntroduction – point of the speech is mentioned ...1….2….3….4….5

through thoughtful and clear thesisBody – information is clearly presented, it is clear ...1….2….3….4….5

what the point of the speech is – “what is in it for me?”

Conclusion – what is the “Call to Action”? ...1….2….3….4….5PRESENTATION

Main points are emphasized. Variety of expression, ..1….2….3….4….5gestures, and tone of voice – (tone and level of voice change, and stronger words are used).

Word Choice Persuasive (x2) ...1….2….3….4….5Volume (easy to hear speech) ...1….2….3….4….5Rate of Speaking ...1….2….3….4….5Clear Pronunciation of Words ..1….2….3….4….5Posture ...1….2….3….4….5Eye Contact (no reading from card) (x2) ...1….2….3….4….5

Three Minute Speaking Time Requirement (x2) ...1….2….3….4….5

REQUIRED PAPERWORK: Card + Reflective Piece + Completed Speech Packet (15 pts)

Honors Persuasive Speech Evaluation8.7.13

I can prepare and deliver a persuasive speech that includes these elements: thesis, supported arguments, meaningful examples, and maintenance of a reasonable tone

of voice.

Name______________________Date__________Period_____Topic_____________________

TOPICInformation is paraphrase (in student’s own words) ...1….2….3….4….5

and there is a “grabber”.

Ideas are fully developed (enough detail is given). ...1….2….3….4….5Transitions are not obvious and speech does not sound like a list.

Persuasive techniques are used. (Obvious emotional ...1….2….3….4….5Statements are used). Speech has a clincher.

ORGANIZATION – IDEAS ARE PRESENTED LOGICALLYIntroduction – point of the speech is mentioned ...1….2….3….4….5

through thoughtful and clear thesisBody – information is clearly presented, it is clear ...1….2….3….4….5

what the point of the speech is – “what is in it for me?”

Conclusion – what is the “Call to Action”? ...1….2….3….4….5PRESENTATION

Main points are emphasized. Variety of expression, ..1….2….3….4….5gestures, and tone of voice – (tone and level of voice change, and stronger words are used).

Word Choice Persuasive (x2) ...1….2….3….4….5Volume (easy to hear speech) ...1….2….3….4….5Rate of Speaking/Clear Pronunciation ...1….2….3….4….5No reading from card or PowerPoint (x2) ..1….2….3….4….5Posture ...1….2….3….4….5Eye Contact (x2) ...1….2….3….4….5Technology (x2) -- (it enhances point) ..1….2….3….4….5Five Minute Speaking Time Requirement (x2) ...1….2….3….4….5

REQUIRED PAPERWORK: Upload to Google Shared LA Folder your Reflection paragraphs & your PowerPoint